wellness
The state of being in great health, and continually striving to attain all of your goals.
Hoodia: Once a Miracle Now a Mirage
A Miracle from the Desert? The Kalahari Desert in southern Africa is not the most hospitable place to live in. The vast region is arid and hot throughout most of the year, and the vegetation is sparse. Still, it is here where a particular plant that captured the attention of several dietary companies throughout the world.
By Dean Traylor18 days ago in Longevity
The Six Things I Refuse to Sacrifice When It Comes to Health
I've watched people negotiate with their health for years. They don't call it that, of course. They call it being busy. Or realistic. Or flexible. Or "in a season." But what they're actually doing is trading long-term function for short-term convenience and hoping it doesn't catch up to them.
By Destiny S. Harris19 days ago in Longevity
I Looked Strong to Everyone, but I Was Falling Apart in Silence
Everyone thought I was strong. I was the one who checked on others, met deadlines, showed up with a smile, and said, “I’m good” without hesitation. If strength had a face, people told me it looked like mine.
By Fazal Hadi19 days ago in Longevity
I Was Smiling Outside, Broken Inside
No one noticed. That’s the part that hurts the most. I smiled at work. I laughed in group chats. I replied, “I’m fine” so automatically that even I started believing it. From the outside, my life looked normal—stable, calm, even happy.
By Fazal Hadi19 days ago in Longevity
7 Foods to Limit If You Have High Blood Sugar
Key Takeaways White flour tortillas can be eaten in moderation or replaced with whole-grain or corn tortillas. Energy drinks often contain a lot of sugar and caffeine, which can raise blood sugar levels. Candy and other sugary desserts cause quick blood sugar spikes.
By Good health to everyone19 days ago in Longevity
The Second Brain: How the Nervous System Affects Digestion
Listen, something I don’t think we talk about enough on this platform is digestion - and it’s not for lack of desire to talk about it! Obviously all dietitians are trained in digestive function and medical nutrition therapy for concerns regarding digestion, but not all of us develop special focus in this area (although given how much work the gut does for us, it’s hard not to have some sort of daily discussion around it). So let’s expand on this, and talk about an area I have been loving working in lately - neurogastroenterology!
By Emily the Period RD20 days ago in Longevity
20 Lessons from Dr. Peter Attia That Actually Extend Your Life
Dr. Peter Attia doesn't talk about health the way most doctors do. He's not optimizing for "normal labs," comfort, or what keeps people compliant. He's optimizing for not dying early and not living your last decades weak, dependent, and fragile.
By Destiny S. Harris20 days ago in Longevity
Foods to Avoid After Whitening Teeth
A professional teeth whitening treatment can dramatically boost your confidence, whether you’re heading to a business meeting downtown, enjoying a night out in the Blue Dome District, or getting ready for a family event in Broken Arrow. Right after whitening, however, your teeth are more porous and vulnerable to staining. What you eat and drink during the first few days plays a huge role in how long your results last.
By Good health to everyone20 days ago in Longevity
How Breathing Became Easier Without Me Noticing When
I cannot point to the exact moment it happened. There was no sudden breath of freshness. No noticeable shift in temperature. No sound of ventilation kicking on. If you had asked me that day whether anything had changed in the room, I would have said no.
By illumipure21 days ago in Longevity
